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At Leica Microsystems, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.
Shape the Future with Us!
At Leica Microsystems, we have been shaping the future for over 175 years with groundbreaking optical and digital solutions. With a culture rooted in customer focus, innovation, and teamwork, we lead the market in microscopy, imaging, and analysis, unveiling the invisible and empowering our customers to build a better, healthier world.
Joining Leica Microsystems means contributing to scientific discoveries and supporting surgeons in making critical decisions. Our advanced microscopes and AI-based image analysis solutions enable users to gain profound insights into development and engineering challenges. Here, you will work on meaningful projects alongside passionate colleagues, driving progress and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
The Account Manager (w/m/d) Industry / Applied Microscopy position is responsible for increasing and further developing direct sales within your assigned region and customer base, with the objective of driving revenue and profit growth.
This position reports to the Sales Manager Applied DACH and is part of the Sales DACH department and will be working remotely with travel to cover the Canton of Aargau / Zurich region.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Take ownership of sales activities for microscopes and microscopy products across the cantons of Aargau and the Zurich region
Ensure accurate and timely reporting, as well as ongoing data maintenance, in the CRM system (SFDC)
Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, including Marketing, Product Management, and Customer Service
Develop effective sales strategies and adapt solutions flexibly to address specific customer requirements
Identify and actively pursue new business opportunities, including potential new markets, to drive sustainable revenue growth
The essential requirements of the job include:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Natural Sciences, Materials Science, or a related field (experience in microscopy is an advantage), or a comparable vocational qualification
Proven track record in direct sales and business development, preferably in a related industry
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships at multiple levels within customer organisations
Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
Willingness to travel to meet customers and prospective clients (~60–80%)
Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Leica Microsystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
This job is also eligible for incentive pay.
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Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Natural Sciences, Materials Science, or a related field
- Proven track record in direct sales and business development
- Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships within customer organizations
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
- Willingness to travel to meet customers (~60-80%)
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Danaher Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical plan options alongside dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Wellness initiatives and support programs such as an EAP and vaccination or fitness offerings add breadth beyond core insurance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching and options such as pre-tax and Roth contributions. Broader financial rewards such as performance bonuses and access to equity or an employee stock purchase plan are also described.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave and family-building support are described as available, including maternity and paternity leave and fertility assistance. Childcare and eldercare support are also highlighted as part of the overall package.
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What We Do
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.
